A Framework for Scientific Papers

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Welcome to A Framework for Scientific Papers.

The overall goal of " A Framework for Scientific Papers" (AFSP) is to support curricula that use hypothesis-testing and written communication to learn scientific methods and content. The module is based on three general hypotheses:

The AFSP module builds on principles introduced in the "Reasoned Writing" module. AFSP focuses on two specific objectives:

A) To examine how to use reasoning to develop and defend specific hypotheses. The AFSP module uses distinct terminology to reduce confusion between two important roles for scientific hypotheses: (1) as generalized models that explain natural phenomena; and (2) as measurable predictions that can be experimentally tested.

B) To help use hypothesis testing as a consistent framework to simplify the process of writing specific and persuasive scientific papers.

For those interested in examples of how the Reasoned Writing / A Framework For Scientific Papers modules could be used to help structure coursework, below are some example activities and examples of larger assignments: